Evidence is accumulating for an important new health message: get out of your seat. Even for people who exercise regularly, spending too much time sitting may be a health risk. “Physical activity, or exercise, is a distinct health behaviour,” says Ananya Banerjee, PhD, a registered kinesiologist with the Women’s Cardiovascular…

NEW DELHI, AUGUST 25: India Inc is increasingly warming up to the concept of paternity leave, with most corporates extending the duration of such leave to male employees. While consumer goods major Godrej, in April this year, extended its paternity leave policy to 10 working days from seven earlier, IT…

When political and economic leaders of the G20 nations gather in Brisbane, they should have women like Shadhia* on their minds. Shadhia has her whole life ahead of her. But she was forced into early marriage after her parents were offered a bride price.

Have you ever been in a position at work where you’re suddenly found yourself paying your boss’ bills, picking up his or her dry cleaning, or running out each day on their behalf to fulfill a personal errand?